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How can the use of cross-functional teams benefit the potential profitability of a new product? by increasing customer adoption rates by reducing the need for a large marketing budget by eliminating initial losses on the product by reducing time to market Why are acquisitions often perceived as less risky than internal new ventures? Potential economic benefit is easier to establish. Speed to market is less critical. There is less commercial uncertainty. Shareholder value is easier to maintain. Why do acquisitions have the potential to wipe out the value of the stream of future profits that are expected from the acquisition? There is an inability to integrate organizational structures. Companies often pay above market value. There are high barriers to entry in the new industry. Managers underestimate potential competitive advantage. How does an acquiring firm benefit from a friendly takeover bid? higher sales price higher stock value lower stock prices fewer counteroffers What advantage does a joint venture offer firms that other forms of entry do not? greater diversification discount increased distinctive competencies shared risk rapid creation of a new business unit in a new industry Why is an acquisition riskier than a joint venture in an embryonic industry? There is no established leader. The amount of shared risk is greater. Resources have to be pooled to create a new business. Value chain activities will have to be established